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RNZ News
6 days ago
- RNZ News
NSW Police gangs boss sends message to wannabe teenage assassins
Superintendent Box says juveniles are willing to take part in serious crime for financial gain. Photo: ABC / Jack Ailwood By Lia Harris , ABC In more than 30 years on the NSW Police force, Detective Superintendent Jason Box has never seen a Sydney gangland war like this one. "I've never seen the willingness of juveniles to participate in such serious crime ... They're actively looking for opportunities to partake in this serious crime for financial gain, so that is concerning," Box said. As the head of Taskforce Falcon, which was formed earlier this year to combat the escalating underworld conflict across Sydney, Box told ABC News his team was working around the clock to end the violence. "This can't continue, people in the community being hurt for no reason, innocent persons being injured or killed, and young juveniles being utilised as pawns in this whole internal conflict," he said. "I hope this ceases sooner than later, and I hope we have an impact and an influence on that." There have been at least 14 suspected gangland shootings and stabbings across Sydney in the past four months, with several innocent people caught in the crossfire. Last month, two masked gunmen stormed an Auburn kebab shop in broad daylight and fired a hail of bullets in an attempt to kill a Sydney underworld figure, hitting and injuring an innocent employee. Taskforce Falcon is also investigating a series of gangland attacks dating back to December last year, including the shooting murder of 31-year-old David Khau at Canley Heights. "It's of great concern ... We've arrested a 15-year-old male who (allegedly) fired over 40 shots into two homes, and in one of those it just missed a sleeping five-year-old by centimetres," Box said. Shootings and a stabbing investigated by NSW Police under Taskforce Falcon. Photo: ABC / NSW police Since the taskforce's inception, more than 80 people have been arrested and more than 200 charges laid. To disrupt the violence, investigators have now carried out more than 2000 "taskings", including intelligence gathering, bail checks, patrolling hotspot areas, searching for suspicious cars and firearms prohibition enforcement checks. They have seized 15 guns and 50 vehicles they believe were staged and ready to be used in violent crimes. "We've recovered firearms, jerry cans, face coverings, locations, maps where offences were going to occur," Superintendent Box said. At least six underage teenagers have so far been charged by the taskforce for their alleged involvement in violent crimes, and police fear more youths are being recruited via encrypted apps and word of mouth. Box said organised crime groups were contracting young, inexperienced street gang members to carry out the attacks to ensure it can't be traced back to them. "They're expendable, these juveniles; the amount that they pay them is minimal compared to what they'd normally pay for these types of acts to be done. In reality, the task for a lot of them is to kill somebody," he said. "You're giving firearms to 14, 15-year-old kids ... so there's always the risk that they're going to panic, they're going to do things wrong. There's always a great concern that there will be error in their judgement." As his detectives work to prevent more attacks, Box had a message for any youths who may be in over their heads. "If they've been involved and have been captured in some type of organised criminal activity and they've realised that it's beyond them, that this is a lot bigger than they thought, the repercussions are enormous, their personal safety and that of their family is at risk, they can come forward and see us ... we'll do what we can to protect them," he said. "Going into custody is one thing, but being held accountable for their actions is something else, and it might not only be the courts, it might be the people that they've tried to harm. "There's a long reach of these people, these organised crime networks in jails and areas of custody, so there's nowhere that they're going to be protected if they're committing offences against these serious criminals; they really need to consider what they're doing." - ABC
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Four juveniles arrested on allegations of LaPlace car burglaries
LAPLACE, La. (WGNO) — An investigation into a pair of vehicle burglaries in LaPlace, landed four juvenile suspects in deputy custody. The first burglary happened at 7:18 p.m. on June 29, a St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office deputy was called to the 500 block of Revere Drive on a report of an attempted theft of a Hyundai Elantra. Possible road rage leaves man dead in Kenner crash: KPD The car's owner told deputies that the Hyundai was locked and parked inside the complex lot at 11 p.m. on June 28. The next morning, they went out to find damage done to the steering column, ignition, headlamp control arm, wiring harness and steering wheel. A purse, with an estimated value of $500, was also missing. The second burglary happened in the same place on July 2 involving a Kia Rio. The Kia's owner told deputies that the vehicle was locked and parked around 12 a.m. but hours later at 7 a.m., a neighbor told them the window was broken. The owner found the back window shattered and the door slightly ajar. While nothing was reported missing, the deputy found that the plastic housing surrounding the key hole was broken and on the ground. St. Bernard Parish police chase ends with suspect in canal, arrested SJSO crime cameras in the area reportedly captured four juveniles, three 13 years old and one 10 years old, allegedly committing the burglaries. Following the investigation, one suspect was arrested on July 3 and the other three on July 9. They have since been booked on felony charges of attempted theft of a motor vehicle, simple criminal damage to property – $1,000 – $50,000 and a misdemeanor for theft – less than $1, against public officials persist in year after Trump assassination attempt Butler assassination attempt proved to be turning point for Trump NHC shifts area for potential tropical development to Gulf Coast Widespread showers & storms for Sunday with a hint of heat While waiting for green card, Oklahoma man detained by ICE Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
Warren County prosecutor outspoken about juvenile crime after Springboro auto thefts
Jul. 12—Following two attempted vehicle thefts from Springboro neighborhoods this week by teenagers, Warren County's prosecutor was outspoken about what he called a lack of criminal justice against juveniles. "From my perspective, this is the No. 1 criminal justice issue that currently exists in our county: Out-of-county juveniles stealing vehicles from ordinarily nice, safe neighborhoods in Lebanon, Mason, Springboro, everywhere," said Warren County Prosecutor David Fornshell on his Facebook page. "Why juveniles? Because they know they will be treated less harshly because they are juveniles." Springboro police investigated attempted auto thefts on Wednesday and Thursday from the Settlers Walk neighborhood. "During the last two nights, our officers have successfully intercepted vehicle thefts in progress in two of our neighborhoods," according to a Facebook post by Springboro police. "On July 9, midnight shift officers found subjects in a fresh stolen vehicle driving through a neighborhood as they looked to commit further crimes. That vehicle fled and was briefly pursued into Miami Twp. where officers terminated the pursuit. This certainly prevented another car being taken from our city that evening." And then on Thursday, Springboro police in the Settlers Walk area around 3:07 a.m. said they found a suspicious vehicle driving through the neighborhood and when attempting to stop the vehicle, it fled and led to a pursuit into Dayton. Police said the occupants eventually fled the vehicle on foot and two juvenile suspects were apprehended with the assistance of the Dayton Police Department. This vehicle was later found to had just been stolen from Settlers Walk, according to police. Both juvenile suspects were arrested and booked into the Warren County Juvenile Detention Center. Fornshell said the prosecutor's office needs support. "Police departments and prosecutor's offices can only do so much. We need the support of everyone, including all of our legislators in Columbus and all of our juvenile court judges in the state, to hold juveniles accountable for their actions and not minimize the conduct because they happen to be underage," Fornshell said. "We know from experience that failing to hold people to account when they are younger yields worse conduct and more harm to society once they reach adulthood." Springboro police asked homeowners to check their home security cameras overnight and to contact them if individuals have any video regarding the suspects. "This is a reminder that our officers will continue to make every effort to prevent/apprehend the individuals that decide to come into our city and steal cars,"" police said. "We also remind our citizens to always lock your vehicle's doors and please do not leave any valuables or keys/key fobs in the car. As always, if you see anything suspicious, do not hesitate to report it immediately." r.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Yahoo
Driver charged after hitting bicycle carrying 3 juveniles
SANDUSKY, Ohio (WJW) — A driver is facing charges after a vehicle hit a bicycle early Saturday morning in Perkins Township, seriously injuring two juveniles. Suspect in Euclid Beach Park shooting still at-large According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol's Sandusky Post, Joseph Fox, 34, was driving south on Campbell St. around 2:40 a.m. on July 5. Meanwhile, three juveniles were riding a 'three wheeled bicycle' heading the same direction as Fox, a news release from OSHP said. 'Mr. Fox struck the juveniles from behind, ejecting two of them from the bicycle. The third juvenile was able to jump from the bicycle before being struck,' according to OSHP. A red light on the back of the bicycle was active at the time of the crash, troopers said. Fox left the scene but was located a short time later in parking lot where he was taken into custody. Guardians fall to Tigers in 8th straight loss According to OSHP, the two juveniles on the bike suffered serious injuries and were taken to the hospital. The juvenile who jumped from the bicycle was not hurt. Fox has been charged with failure to maintain assured clear distance ahead (ACDA), Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol and or Drugs (OVI), Felony Hit Skip and Felony Aggravated Vehicular Assault. He was taken to the Erie County Jail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Precocious' Obliteration In Good Order After Eye-Catching Sanford Blowout
'Precocious' Obliteration In Good Order After Eye-Catching Sanford Blowout originally appeared on Paulick Report. Leland Ackerley Racing's Obliteration impressed again when improving to 2-for-2 in Saturday's Sanford (G3), a six-furlong sprint for juveniles, during the July 4th Racing Festival at Saratoga Race Course. Advertisement Trained by Hall of Famer Steve Asmussen, the Violence bay graduated by a widening 7 1/2 lengths sprinting 5 1/2 furlongs on June 12 at Churchill Downs, and he upped that margin to 10 1/2 lengths at the Spa in a final time of 1:10.65 – his Beyer Speed Figure jumping from 77 to 91. 'He looks like he came out of it good,' said Scott Blasi, assistant to the first time Sanford winning Asmussen. 'He's just a very talented colt, precocious, and hopefully he will continue to improve.' Obliteration broke very sharply from post 2 under Flavien Prat and led every step of the way through fractions of :22.74, :45.56, :57.56 on the fast dirt while turning back the pressure from local Tremont (L) runner-up Blinging It Back to win in dominant fashion. 'He's always been very forward. He proved that in his first start, and showed that was no fluke by coming back and running better than that,' said Blasi. 'He broke so sharply and made it a two-horse race before pulling away.' Advertisement Local graded options for juveniles include the 6 1/2-furlong $200,000 Saratoga Special (G2) on August 2, as well as the seven-furlong $300,000 Spendthrift Farm Hopeful (G1) on September 1. This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
